Brain mapping for radiosurgery planning
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial uses a safe brain stimulation technique to map the motor area before focused radiation. It helps protect healthy brain tissue while treating tumors that have spread to the brain.
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Who can take part
- You have a brain tumor (metastasis) located in or near the part that controls movement
- You have already had surgery to remove the tumor
- You are scheduled for targeted radiation (radiosurgery) after surgery
- You do not have any metal or electrical implants in your body (like a pacemaker or cochlear implant)
- You have not had radiation to that same area before
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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